R&D Engineer

Purpose:

Perform detailed engineering studies in support of product development, project execution, Warranty group and Aftermarket efforts.

Formal Policy Setting Responsibilities:

Formally responsible for providing input into policies associated with the job's purpose and essential responsibilities.

Routine Decision Making/Problem Solving:

Responsible for developing the proper method to formulate solutions to Research & Development and New Product Development tasks. This includes selection of the proper tools and engineering data required to complete the analysis.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in both independent and group R&D studies
• Provide strong technical support with a focus on process design, hydrodynamic, thermodynamic, and heat transfer areas.
• Plan, develop and perform complex experiments to advance knowledge base and market competitiveness.
• Generate RELAP5 and CFD models in support of NPD/R&D efforts.

Qualifications:

To perform this job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability, and environmental conditions required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Knowledge:

• Experience in the areas of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and process design
• Highly skilled in applying process design methods, tools, and theory.
• Experience in using CFD/FEA tools (ANSYS Fluent or Equivalent) and/or thermal modeling software.

Required Skills or Abilities:

• Must possess a high degree of critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Strong understanding of process engineering fundamentals
• Strong laboratory skill set.
• Self-motivated and self-reliant
• Must be knowledgeable in calculation methods regarding thermodynamic and hydrodynamic processes and understand their applications with regard to operation and design

Formal Education: Four-year college education - BSME, BSAE or BSChE minimum (MS or higher desirable)

Experience: 5+ years of experience with a focus on process, design, operations, base research, and computational methods.